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The Care and Support Jargon Buster
The Care and Support Jargon Buster is a plain English guide to the most commonly used social care words and phrases and what they mean. The definitions were developed and tested by a steering group that included people who use services, carers, representatives from local…Welcome to Manchester Local Offer
We’re about all things SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) for children and young people up to the age of 25 in the Manchester City Council area and their parents/carers. What is the Manchester Local Offer? Our newsletter Our monthly drop ins Local Offer SEND…Elective Home Education: Advice and Information
If you are educating your child from home, or thinking about it - The following areas will be able to provide information and advice: Home Education Advisory Service Manchester City Council WebsiteAre you eligible for free childcare for your 2 year old?
Many children aged two can have 15 hours free early learning a week at a day nursery, playgroup or with a childminder. Early Learning in a childcare setting helps children with their development and to gain confidence, ready for when they start school. Find out if…Stuff to Do
There are lots of leisure activities for children and young people with a disability in Manchester. There are also lots of mainstream clubs and activities which are accessible to disabled children, known as 'universal services'. You can: Use the 'Search the Service Directory' facility at…Early Help Hubs and Early Help Parenting Team
Our Early Help Hubs are still responding to Requests for Early Help Support, however due to safety measures such as the need for social distancing and keeping families and workers safe, there may be some changes as to how we contact families and share information…Manchester Discretionary Childcare Fund
A limited pot of discretionary childcare funding is available to support parents or carers of pre school age children to attend regular appointments or sessions as part of a package of support. Only professionals can apply for discretionary childcare funding such as Health visitors, Support…How to apply for a primary / secondary school place
Visit the Manchester City Council website for information on applying for a school place.Multi Agency Domestic Abuse Toolkit
Do you work with people who may be experiencing domestic violence and abuse?The toolkit will hopefully make your job easier, by giving information you need to advise on matters such as legal advice and housing options, in one easy to find document. View the toolkit…